Andrew W.K. Organizes His Own Political Party

"The Party Party" is being framed as "an all-inclusive alternative to the traditional two party model"

Andrew W.K. has launched what appears to be a new political party, called (of course) "The Party Party." Today, the musician rolled out a new website and social media accounts for the organization, which he's framing as "an all-inclusive alternative to the traditional two party model." He's also shared a short promotional video detailing his goals of unity and liberation from a two-party political system. Watch it below. In the clip, W.K. claims to have filed the "relevant paperwork with the Secretary of State." The website further explains that "once we [the Party Party] have the required signatures, we can begin our formal journey into traditional politics." Potential supporters are invited to sign the petition on the Party Party website. (As NPR points out, it's unclear whether the Party Party is an elaborate prank or a legitimate political organization.) Update (4/4, 5:57 p.m., EST): Andrew W.K. has explained the Party Party, which he calls his "non-political political party," in a video for Playboy. He says there is no backing for the Party Party and "the very spirit of this is inclusion and excitement and celebration about being alive." He adds that regardless of success, the Party Party will continue. Watch the whole thing here.

Here's the ostensible Party Party platform, as outlined on its website:

The Party Party is simple in its mission: To free the American people from the dysfunction that is our two party system. At best, bi-partisan politics has created an insurmountable divide that has separated the people into two categories of Democrat and Republican. The Party Party aims to provide an alternative to the divisive labeling of our current system. Most people have become too caught up in the bickering of our news cycles to realize that we ultimately desire the exact same things: reliable access to education, healthcare, and a sense of social equality. If enough people are willing to liberate themselves from choosing left or right, a third voice can emerge with a much more powerful message. A message that will open the eyes of our representatives and help them see that this “Us versus Them” mentality has kept our country from providing its people with a REAL sense of freedom. If we open our hearts and approach the problems we face with an open mind, real change can be achieved. We hope you will join us on this journey.